Newark, NJ – Five Children Injured in School Bus Accident at Seymour Avenue

Newark, NJ (March 12, 2019) – Five children were among eight who were rushed to the hospital after a school bus accident involving a motor vehicle yesterday morning.

The accident happened around 3:45 p.m. at Seymour Avenue and West Runyon Street. A vehicle came through the area and struck an elementary school bus, which then careened into two parked cars.

The five children, bus driver, and an aide on the bus were taken to the University Hospital with a variety of injuries. Luckily, they are all expected to recover.

The driver of the vehicle that struck the bus was also hospitalized with various injuries. At this time, the investigation into the matter continues.

We would like to take this time to extend our genuine sympathies to all those injured in this accident, with the hopes that all parties will recover swiftly and fully.

Bus Accidents in New Jersey

Statistics show that, from 2007 to 2016, numerous school bus accidents took place across the state of New Jersey. In fact, in that amount of time, 173 occupants were injured and one student was killed as a result of these serious accidents. Any time a child is involved in an accident, it should be taken very seriously. Child school bus accidents tend to be quite traumatic in nature, to both the children and their parents, which is why it is essential to have the experienced help of an accident attorney at this time.

At Brady, Brady & Reilly, our experienced attorneys are fully dedicated to helping you obtain the compensation you deserve if a loved one has been injured in an accident. Child injury scenarios are known to be some of the most damaging accidents and our attorneys are willing to stand by your side to help you gain the damages you deserve. Please contact us for more information on how we can help in your time of need at (201) 997-0030.